Lee voices hope for peace in Easter message | Yonhap News Agency

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OK SEOUL, April 5 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Sunday expressed hope for peace and for overcoming uncertainty sparked by war in the Middle East in an Easter message. "(I) sincerely hope that the miracle of the Resurrection -- leading toward peace, rather than confrontation and division, and love, rather than hatred and conflict -- will be realized in our society today," Lee wrote on social media platform X. He also cited the Bible verse, "Peace be with you," spoken by Jesus to his disciples after his resurrection in the Easter message. "These words offer unwavering comfort and courage to us who strive to live our respective lives amid the anxiety caused by the Middle East war," he said. "The Republic of Korea will overcome this crisis wisely by coming together as one." This file photo, released by the presidential office, shows President Lee Jae Myung (2nd from R) and first lady Kim Hea Kyung attending a Christmas church service. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) yunhwanchae@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #Lee #Easter message Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Oscar-winning 'KPop Demon Hunters' directors promise 'bigger,' more 'eventful' sequel Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (LEAD) BTS scores 7th No. 1 album on Billboard 200 with 'Arirang' BTS to drop 'Come Over,' exclusive new track on 'Arirang' LP (URGENT) BTS earns 7th No. 1 song on the Billboard singles chart with 'Swim' Most Saved Oscar-winning 'KPop Demon Hunters' directors promise 'bigger,' more 'eventful' sequel Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (LEAD) Trump calls on countries to 'go get your own oil' from Strait of Hormuz, or buy it from U.S. (3rd LD) Lee says S. Army chief, raising expectations for role over Korea security Lee voices hope for peace in Easter message Samsung owner family to complete 12 tln-won inheritance tax payments this month Finance chief urges GCC nations to bolster supply chain cooperation Most Viewed More Most Viewed Photos N. Korea's premier inspects cement factory BTS-themed musical fountain Black Eagles in Yeouido Cherry blossom festival prev Lee voices hope for peace in Easter message Next Lee voices hope for peace in Easter message

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SEOUL, April 5 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Sunday expressed hope for peace and for overcoming uncertainty sparked by war in the Middle East in an Easter message.
"(I) sincerely hope that the miracle of the Resurrection -- leading toward peace, rather than confrontation and division, and love, rather than hatred and conflict -- will be realized in our society today," Lee wrote on social media platform X.
He also cited the Bible verse, "Peace be with you," spoken by Jesus to his disciples after his resurrection in the Easter message.
"These words offer unwavering comfort and courage to us who strive to live our respective lives amid the anxiety caused by the Middle East war," he said. "The Republic of Korea will overcome this crisis wisely by coming together as one."
This file photo, released by the presidential office, shows President Lee Jae Myung (2nd from R) and first lady Kim Hea Kyung attending a Christmas church service. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
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- He also cited the Bible verse, "Peace be with you," spoken by Jesus to his disciples after his resurrection in the Easter message. "These words offer unwavering comfort and courage to us who strive to live our respective lives amid the anxiety caused by the Middle East war," he said. "The Republic of Korea will overcome this crisis wisely by coming together as one." This file photo, released by the presidential office, shows President Lee Jae Myung (2nd from R) and first lady Kim Hea Kyung attending a Christmas church service. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) yunhwanchae@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #Lee #Easter message Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Oscar-winning 'KPop Demon Hunters' directors promise 'bigger,' more 'eventful' sequel Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (LEAD) BTS scores 7th No. 1 album on Billboard 200 with 'Arirang' BTS to drop 'Come Over,' exclusive new track on 'Arirang' LP (URGENT) BTS earns 7th No. 1 song on the Billboard singles chart with 'Swim' Most Saved Oscar-winning 'KPop Demon Hunters' directors promise 'bigger,' more 'eventful' sequel Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (LEAD) Trump calls on countries to 'go get your own oil' from Strait of Hormuz, or buy it from U.S. (3rd LD) Lee says S.

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- OK SEOUL, April 5 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Sunday expressed hope for peace and for overcoming uncertainty sparked by war in the Middle East in an Easter message. "(I) sincerely hope that the miracle of the Resurrection -- leading toward peace, rather than confrontation and division, and love, rather than hatred and conflict -- will be realized in our society today," Lee wrote on social media platform X.
- He also cited the Bible verse, "Peace be with you," spoken by Jesus to his disciples after his resurrection in the Easter message. "These words offer unwavering comfort and courage to us who strive to live our respective lives amid the anxiety caused by the Middle East war," he said. "The Republic of Korea will overcome this crisis wisely by coming together as one." This file photo, released by the presidential office, shows President Lee Jae Myung (2nd from R) and first lady Kim Hea Kyung attending a Christmas church service. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) yunhwanchae@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #Lee #Easter message Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Oscar-winning 'KPop Demon Hunters' directors promise 'bigger,' more 'eventful' sequel Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (LEAD) BTS scores 7th No. 1 album on Billboard 200 with 'Arirang' BTS to drop 'Come Over,' exclusive new track on 'Arirang' LP (URGENT) BTS earns 7th No. 1 song on the Billboard singles chart with 'Swim' Most Saved Oscar-winning 'KPop Demon Hunters' directors promise 'bigger,' more 'eventful' sequel Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (LEAD) Trump calls on countries to 'go get your own oil' from Strait of Hormuz, or buy it from U.S. (3rd LD) Lee says S.

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